Bernadette V. Upton, ASID, LEED AP
Saturday, 4 – 5 p.m. | CEU: 0.1 [W #6602 4.3]
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Starwood Capital Group and former Starwood Hotels CEO Barry Sternlicht have unveiled a groundbreaking new hotel concept: "1" Hotel. This brand aims to be the first luxury, eco-friendly global hotel brand. Attendees will examine the concept to combine the best of environmentally sustainable architecture and interior design with impeccable service and luxurious comfort. Discover how "1" will adhere to green construction and operating principles and commit to environmentally sensitive consumption of natural resources with help from their environmental advisor, The Natural Resources Defense Council. Together, their initial goal is to set a new standard for environmental excellence and, over time, to transform the entire hotel industry.